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Delage

JapaneseOmakaseKaisekiNigiriMichelin GuideOld Oakland

Delage is a Michelin Guide–recognized omakase restaurant in Old Oakland where Kyushu-born restaurateur Chikara Ono and Japan-trained executive chef Mikiko Ando present an eight-course prix fixe of California-inspired kaiseki-sushi in an intimate, minimalist space adjacent to Swan's Market.

Price
¥¥¥¥
Area
Old Oakland
Since
2017
Chef
Mikiko Ando
Owner
Chikara Ono
Delage — authentic japanese restaurant in San Francisco, Old Oakland
Plate № 06
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About
Chikara Ono came to the United States from Kyushu, Japan in 1986, trained in traditional kaiseki restaurants in Japan during extended return visits, and built a reputation in Oakland through his beloved B-Dama izakaya before opening Delage as his premium omakase project. The restaurant's name blends 'Dela,' Ono's childhood nickname in Kyushu, with 'ge,' the Kyushu dialect word for house or family — making every meal a personal expression of his heritage. Executive chef Mikiko Ando presides over the small six-seat sushi counter with meticulous precision, guiding guests through eight courses that blend high-quality nigiri (tuna, mackerel, fluke) with kaiseki-influenced starters like grilled apricot and mizuna salad, salmon sashimi adorned with Saturn peach, and seared Miyazaki beef with garlic shoots. The Michelin Guide notes that 'reservations can be a challenge — so be sure to plan well ahead.' Prix fixe is currently $125 per person.
Neighborhood & visiting

Delage sits in Old Oakland, one of San Francisco's neighborhoods where authentic Japanese kitchens have taken root. Reservations are available online — for a focused sushi counter this is strongly recommended. Check the posted hours before you go — traditional sushi restaurants often close between service periods.

Why it's on Washoku Guide
  • Recognized in the Michelin Guide California as a Recommended restaurant — one of only a handful of Japanese restaurants in the entire East Bay to achieve this distinction.
  • The eight-course prix fixe at $125 per person offers Michelin-caliber omakase at a price point well below comparable San Francisco omakase experiences.
  • Chef Ono's Kyushu heritage infuses the kaiseki structure with a personal, regional Japanese perspective that distinguishes Delage from every other omakase counter in the Bay Area.
  • The intimate six-seat counter with handful of additional tables creates a focused, personal atmosphere where each course arrives at a pace designed for conversation and discovery.

Reservations are difficult to secure — book as far in advance as possible. The restaurant is tucked adjacent to Swan's Market with minimal signage; arrive a few minutes early to orient yourself. — Format: Omakase counter. Authenticity: Owner Chikara Ono is from Kyushu, Japan; trained in traditional kaiseki restaurants in Japan before building his Oakland restaurant group; executive chef Mikiko Ando is Japan-trained; the Michelin Guide (Recommended) cites the restaurant's 'mixture of high-quality nigiri and kaiseki dishes' as a defining feature.

Links
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About Delage

Is Delage an authentic japanese restaurant in San Francisco?
Yes — Delage is featured in Washoku Guide because it meets our authenticity standard for japanese in San Francisco: a kitchen grounded in Japanese technique, ingredients and preparation consistent with Japanese practice, and a focused sushi format.
Where is Delage located?
Delage is located at 536 9th St, Oakland, CA 94607, San Francisco, USA in the Old Oakland neighborhood.
Do I need a reservation at Delage?
Delage accepts reservations online. For an authentic sushi experience, especially at a focused counter, booking ahead is strongly recommended.
What is the price range at Delage?
Delage sits in the ¥¥¥¥ price range — typical for japanese of this format in San Francisco.
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